Southern PassionvsSummit
Southern Passion (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Passion
Alpha acid
11–14.2%
Beta acid
4.9–8%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
South Africa
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Passion
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Passion
Passion fruitGuavaFloralCoconutRedberryMelonGuava
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Southern Passion | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14.2% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–8% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–26% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 14–36% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |